Sydney, Australia is known for its incredible beaches, beautiful sunshine, oceanfront towns, surfing, and amazing, healthy cafes and cuisine. Images of Sydney Harbor and the Opera House are easily recognizable from anywhere in the world. It is truly one of the most iconic destinations in the world. While Sydney is located on the other side of the world for many, it is definitely worth the journey!
Things to Know:
- Before entering Australia for tourism purposes, you will need to apply for an ETA (Electronic Travel Authority). If you are from select countries, you can apply for a visa on this site here
- The main airport in Sydney is the Sydney International Airport
- There is no denying it- Sydney is FAR! Travel time from other parts of the world can range from 8 hours to upwards of 40 hours depending on connections and layovers. The main airport in Sydney is the Sydney International Airport.
- Since Australia is located in the Southern Hemisphere, the seasons are opposite relative to America and Europe.
When to Visit:
The most popular time to visit Australia is from December through February. These months are the warmest, accommodations are more expensive, and the sun is shining. The best time to visit Sydney to avoid the crowds is March-May and September-November. While there may be some rain, the temperatures are usually temperate relative to other winters.
Things to Do:
Sydney Royal Botanic Gardens
The Sydney Royal Botanic Gardens is a garden in the heart of Sydney. It is a beautiful place to walk around and have a view of Sydney Harbor and Sydney Opera House.
Sydney Harbor Bridge:
Sydney Harbor Bridge is one of the most iconic and recognizable structures in the world. There is an option to climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge, which undoubtedly gives insane views of all of Sydney Harbour.
Sydney Opera House:
Sydney Opera House is even more stately in person. It is one of the most photographed buildings in the world and for good reason. There are many ways to enjoy the site Sydney Opera House- grab a drink at one of the waterfront restaurants, enjoy a show, or simply walk around.
Bondi to Coogee Walk:
Bondi to Coogee Walk: This 6 kilometer walk offers beautiful cliff-side coastal views through some of Sydney’s suburbs. There is plenty to do along the route such as grab lunch at a beach cafe, try your hand at surfing, visit Bondi Icebergs, etc.
Bondi Iceberg:
This is a historically-members only club with swimming pool and restaurant that overlooks Bondi beach. The pool is actually carved into cliffside rocks. Good news- the pool is open the public at a chargeable rate for both adults and children.
Manly:
Take the 30 minute ferry from Circular Quay to Manly Beach. Manly is a beach-side suburb that has nice restaurants and cafes that you can eat at while taking in the views of the ocean, or try a number of other activities such as surfing, snorkeling, etc that are available in the neighborhood.
Blue Mountains:
Blue Mountains: Located about 2 hours west of Sydney, the Blue Mountains is a popular day trip from Sydney. The best way to explore the area is to rent a car from Sydney or to take an organized day tour.
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